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Lemon Meltaway Cookies

These Lemon Meltaway Cookies are simply irresistible! Soft, buttery, and bursting with fresh lemon flavor, they melt in your mouth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 24 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookies:
  • 1 cup butter softened
  • ¾ cup sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 unit lemon zest of
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ½ tsp baking powder
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp heavy cream or milk
  • ¼ tsp salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Whisk or electric mixer
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Cooling rack

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
  3. Step 3: Beat in the egg and lemon zest until well combined.
  4. Step 4: In another bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, and salt.
  5. Step 5: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  6. Step 6: Scoop out portions of dough and roll them into balls. Place them on a lined baking sheet.
  7. Step 7: Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until the edges are lightly golden.
  8. Step 8: While the cookies bake, whisk together the glaze ingredients until smooth.
  9. Step 9: Let the cookies cool before drizzling with the lemon glaze.

Notes

  • Chill the dough for 30 minutes to prevent spreading.
  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
  • Store baked cookies in an airtight container for up to a week.